As summer winds down, smart hiring managers are planning next steps. Whether you’re gearing up for a retail surge, planning for year-end projects, or preparing for turnover, having a solid hiring strategy in place now will set you up for productivity in the months ahead.
If you’re creating a fall kickoff calendar, know that the employment professionals at Staffing Network do more than fill open roles. Experts forecast needs, streamline hiring timelines, and attract high-quality candidates, too.
How to Build a Fall Kickoff Calendar
Fall may feel far away, but the best hiring decisions start weeks, or even months, in advance. By partnering with a recruiter and following a thoughtful hiring calendar, you can avoid seasonal staffing stress and set your team up for success.
- Identify what talent you need. Before you post a single job listing, it’s important to assess your current staffing situation. You need to review your current skill gaps. Identify roles that need to be filled immediately versus later in the season. This strategic review helps avoid last-minute scrambles and gives your support staff time to build a quality talent pipeline. It also allows you to budget for hiring needs and prioritize positions by urgency.
- Build and launch job posts. Once hiring needs are clearly defined, you can craft job descriptions that attract qualified applicants. Staffing experts can advise you on current candidate expectations, including wage/benefit compensation offerings and remote work preferences, so your listings are competitive from the start.
- Interview and evaluate candidates. Late summer and early fall are the ideal time to actively screen and interview candidates for upcoming roles. While internal teams might take weeks to review resumes, staffing professionals often have vetted candidates on standby, especially for roles with high turnover or seasonal demand.
- Make offers and onboard. Hiring before the holiday season gets into full swing ensures new team members are trained and up to speed before vacations start. Your year-end operations will run more smoothly with a fully staffed team.
- Plan for Q1 transitions. Many businesses experience turnover at the end of the year. Whether due to promotions, relocations, or employees moving on with a new year in mind. Anticipating these shifts and beginning the recruitment process ahead of time allows your team to keep its momentum.
This forward-looking approach gives you an edge in the future, when summer ends and other organizations are just beginning to ramp up their hiring efforts.
Where to Find Top Talent Fast
Whether you are looking for temporary, contract-to-hire, or direct placement, staffing experts can deliver options tailored to your needs. With pre-vetted candidates and professional support, you’re more likely to have a favorable fall kickoff calendar launch and less likely to make costly hiring mistakes.
Are you thinking about hiring for fall? Don’t wait until your team is stretched thin or your busiest season is underway. Staffing Network, a full-service staffing and recruiting firm that specializes in light/skilled industrial, engineering, and operations professionals, can help. Kick off your fall hiring strategy with confidence. Connect with Staffing Network today.
